Program Director

Legacy5 is proud to partner with CESO in recruiting for this exciting Program Director opportunity.

Are you a Program Director seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of retail, hospitality, light industrial, auto convenience, and public works, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!  

At CESO, a Program Director is responsible for the execution of a client program or multiple small client programs simultaneously. They will coordinate all client activities, monitor & forecast overall program performance, and ensure the delivery of client projects. They will train and develop their team members for advancement. They will have primary responsibilities that include: 

• Build, develop, and grow client relationships 
• Responsible for overall client program performances, including financial and client satisfaction, team members and attend internal and external meetings
• Lead program teams and facilitate communications delivering projects on time and within budget
• Complete and confirm billing, invoicing, tracking, and client’s accounts receivable by contract terms 
• Prepare proposals to provide professional services for individual projects or programs, including fee preparation, contract negotiation of fees and terms, change order preparation, and negotiations.
• Coordinate with program standards, best practices and monitor quality, and team performance to ensure consistency 
• Manage and communicate with the team on assigned programs, including client policies, procedures, goals, budgets, and schedules
• Identify and provide career path objectives and opportunities for team members through coaching, consistency, and feedback
• Provide guidance and direction to team members to assist them in their professional development 
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 15+ years of experience managing projects in site civil design and land development or, in lieu of a degree, 20+ years’ experience in site civil design / land development 
• Professional license (PE) preferred 
• Experience leading a team and working with multiple projects
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through problem-solving
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Newforma, Deltek and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel 

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage including High Deductible Health Plan
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Employee events such as lunches and outings to foster a positive work environment

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity.  We develop and inspire our Program Directors through training and coaching on the job.  At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck.  In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.